Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online learning have made it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Universities want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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